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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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